DalTile® Outdoor Flooring

DalTile® Outdoor Flooring Solutions for Design Professionals

Introduction to DalTile® Outdoor Flooring

For decades, DalTile® has been synonymous with innovation, craftsmanship, and design leadership in the tile and surface industry. With its Xteriors™ collection, the brand extends this legacy into the outdoors, offering designers and space planners the ability to create exterior environments that are as visually striking and technically advanced as any indoor space. Whether designing patios, pool decks, or outdoor kitchens, DalTile® Outdoor Flooring provides solutions that merge aesthetic sophistication with the durability required for external applications.

Product Range: Style, Versatility, and Performance

Porcelain Pavers: Strength Meets Style

DalTile® porcelain pavers are engineered to withstand demanding outdoor conditions. Resistant to fading, staining, freeze-thaw cycles, and heavy traffic, these pavers outperform traditional concrete alternatives. Available in finishes that authentically mimic natural stone, wood, and modern textures, they give designers freedom to align exterior surfaces seamlessly with broader architectural schemes.

• Special Order Porcelain Pavers expand the palette further, offering a wide range of colors and patterns for fully customized outdoor installations.
• Applications include patios, walkways, driveways, and poolside areas where resilience and refined aesthetics must coexist.

Outdoor Flooring: A Foundation for Elegance

DalTile’s outdoor flooring tiles combine indoor design sophistication with outdoor-grade performance. The collection spans numerous textures, colors, and surface finishes, enabling designers to craft everything from serene courtyards to lively entertainment patios.

• Natural Stone Options: Travertine, marble, and limestone selections deliver timeless elegance with natural variation and durability.
• Slip-Resistant Flooring: Powered by StepWise™ technology, these tiles offer superior traction in wet environments without compromising style—an essential factor for pool decks, patios, and exterior stairways.
• Outdoor Graded Floor Tile: Specifically engineered to endure weather extremes, these tiles balance durability with modern aesthetics, ensuring longevity in both residential and commercial projects.

Quarry Tile: Rustic Durability

Crafted from natural clay and shale, quarry tile undergoes high-temperature firing, creating a dense, unglazed surface ideal for moisture-prone areas. Designers turn to quarry tile for its:

• Exceptional Durability in high-traffic applications
• Natural Slip Resistance for patios, kitchens, and walkways
• Weather Resistance across varying climates
• Rustic Aesthetic in red, brown, and gray tones that complement outdoor and transitional spaces

Design Impact: Extending Indoor Elegance Outdoors

DalTile® Outdoor Flooring empowers designers to create cohesive indoor-to-outdoor transitions. By offering finishes that mimic interior flooring trends, such as wide-plank wood visuals or sleek marbles, these collections unify spaces while ensuring technical performance outdoors.

• Case Example: A luxury residential project may pair marble-look porcelain inside with StepWise™ slip-resistant tiles around the pool, achieving design continuity without compromising safety.
• Commercial Applications: Restaurants and resorts use DalTile® quarry and porcelain pavers to create inviting outdoor dining areas that balance ambiance with practicality.

Technical Excellence and Proprietary Innovations

StepWise™ Slip Resistance: Infused directly into porcelain tile (not surface-applied), StepWise™ delivers a Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF) = 0.60, far exceeding the ANSI minimum standard of 0.42. This ensures enhanced safety in wet conditions.

• Durability & Maintenance: DalTile’s outdoor tiles resist UV fading, stains, and weather extremes. Easy cleaning with water and mild detergent simplifies upkeep in high-use environments.
• Installation Versatility: Porcelain pavers support multiple installation methods, including dry lay on grass, sand, or gravel, as well as mortar-set applications—adapting to diverse project needs.

Sustainability and Responsible Design

DalTile® is committed to sustainability, with many outdoor products made in the USA using environmentally responsible processes. Benefits include:

• Low-VOC Manufacturing for healthier environments
• Recycled Content Options in select product lines
• Long-Life Cycle that reduces replacement waste
• StepWise™ Safety Technology free of toxic chemical coatings

By integrating DalTile’s outdoor solutions, designers not only enhance aesthetics but also contribute to eco-conscious, ethically produced design projects.

Real-World Applications and Testimonials

Interior and exterior designers consistently highlight DalTile® Outdoor Flooring’s versatility:

• “DalTile’s porcelain pavers allowed us to mirror the interior stone flooring on the outdoor terrace without worrying about weather damage. The result was a seamless transition that impressed the client.” – ASID Designer, New York
• “StepWise™ tiles gave our pool project the safety our client demanded while keeping the design elegant and modern.” – Residential Interior Design Firm, California

Conclusion: A Partner in Outdoor Design Excellence

DalTile® Outdoor Flooring offers design professionals a comprehensive toolkit for crafting durable, stylish, and sustainable exterior environments. From porcelain pavers to quarry tile and natural stone, the collection delivers both technical performance and aesthetic depth, enabling designers to push the boundaries of outdoor living.

For decorators, interior designers, and space planners, DalTile® stands as a trusted partner, equipping every project with materials that inspire creativity while meeting the practical demands of outdoor applications.

Explore DalTile® Outdoor Flooring today and discover how your next project can transform the outdoors into a timeless design statement.

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